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of the USS San Francisco Memorial Foundation
A City’s Namesake, A Nation’s Heroes: Why You Should Visit the USS San Francisco Memorial at Lands End
A Ship Forged in Fire and Bravery
Commissioned just before WWII, the USS San Francisco (CA-38) became one of the most decorated ships of the war. She fought in the thick of the Pacific theater, including the brutal battles of Guadalcanal, Santa Cruz, and Leyte Gulf.
But it was the night of November 13, 1942, that cemented her place in naval legend.
2025 Memorial Event Photo Gallery
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2025 USS San Francisco Memorial event, thanks to our partners and our sponsors. We truly appreciate your support in keeping the memories of the men who served on the USS San Francisco (CA-38), those who gave their lives, and their families.
USS San Francisco 2025 Memorial Event
Sunday May 25th, 2023 | 11:30am – 1:30pm | USS San Francisco Memorial, Lands’ End
Come join us and together, we will pay our respects to the Veterans of the “Frisco”, their families, and to all those who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Battle of Guadalcanal.
Media Coverage of 2024 Memorial Event
We appreciate everyone who participated and attended our annual Memorial Event this past Sunday, May 26th and especially the news media who helped in covering the event and communicating how important it is to preserve and remember the sacrifices of those who served.
USS San Francisco 2024 Memorial Event
Sunday May 26th, 2023 | 11:30am – 1:30pm | USS San Francisco Memorial, Lands’ End
Come join us and together, we will pay our respects to the Veterans of the “Frisco”, their families, and to all those who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Battle of Guadalcanal.
Media Coverage of 2023 Memorial Event
We appreciate everyone who participated and attended our annual Memorial Event this past Sunday, May 28th and especially the news media who helped in covering the event and communicating how important it is to preserve and remember the sacrifices of those who served.